The Reverse Battery Problem: Shipping Spent Electric Vehicle Modules Under IMDG Code and Basel Convention
Getting the IMDG classification right on a spent EV battery module is only half the compliance picture. The other half…
Battery Management Systems: The Engineering Layer Behind Lithium Battery Safety at Sea
A battery management system is the first line of defence against lithium battery fires at sea. Here's what a BMS…
Power Banks Are Dangerous Goods. Start Treating Them That Way
A power bank fire at Chandigarh airport is a reminder that these devices are regulated dangerous goods, not ordinary luggage.…
Lithium battery marking labeling and placarding
What marks and labels are required for lithium battery shipment by sea?
Lithium batteries- Mark Label and Placard
What are the differences in marking, labelling & placarding of lithium batteries which are fully regulated and only regulated under…
State of Charge- Lithium batteries
What is the maximum State of Charge allowed for lithium batteries in transport?
COSCO Pacific – Lithium Battery Fire
6 days into 2020 we are witnessing fire on board mega container ship.
LITHIUM BATTERIES – Special Provision 188 of IMDG Code 38-16
Different entries are there in UN Model Regulations for Lithium Metal and Lithium Ion batteries , the reason is to…
IMDG Code 38-16 – Update 5 – Lithium Batteries
IMDG Code 38th amendment brings forth special marking for packages of Lithium Batteries subject to special provision 188 of the…